SUMMARY: The City of Brandon held a groundbreaking ceremony for The Heights at Brandon, a new mixed-use development. The project will feature 96 luxury residential lofts, an 82-room boutique hotel, a restaurant, 18,000 square feet of retail space, and another upscale restaurant. It will be located west of the Municipal Complex. The development aims to offer a combination of residential, retail, dining, and outdoor activities for the city and Rankin County. The Thrash Group is developing the project with Dale Partners Architects, and construction costs are estimated at $55 million. The city is excited about the new opportunities it will bring.

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SUMMARY: Premiere Athletix in Tupelo, Mississippi, hosted a free lunch event on November 12, called “Feed the Red, Feed the Blue,” to show appreciation for local first responders. Firefighter Joshua Parks attended after a workout, highlighting the community’s strong support for emergency services. Chris Beckish, the gym’s owner, emphasized the importance of giving back to the dedicated professionals who risk their lives for others. Participation by Bishop’s Barbecue and Grill marked the event’s first year. Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka and Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson acknowledged the significance of community acknowledgment, especially following National First Responders Day.

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SUMMARY: The Salvation Army’s annual Angel Tree program is helping children in Tupelo this Christmas. Angel Trees, located at the Mall at Barnes Crossing, local Walmarts, and Beall’s Department Store, feature paper ornaments with children’s names and wish lists. Shoppers can pick an angel, purchase the items, and return them to designated drop boxes. Captain Leanna Marion emphasizes that donors can focus on fulfilling the child’s needs within their budget, with additional support from the Salvation Army’s warehouse and other organizations. All gifts must be returned by December 13.

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